HMRC could get new powers in tax avoidance clampdown

Tax avoidance – and specifically those who promote it – has once again been pushed into the spotlight. That’s because of a new review
launched by the Government, as trailed at the Spring Statement.

New measures are being put forward to crackdown on the promotion of tax avoidance. HMRC would get more powers and have the option to issue stronger penalties if the proposals go forward.